Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will learn about different sea creatures, their habitats, and how we can help protect them.
Materials and Prep
Materials: Paper, crayons, markers, and a computer with internet access. Prep: Ensure a quiet space for learning and have the National Aquarium website open for reference.
Activities
Create Your Own Sea Creature: Draw and color a sea creature that you would like to see at the National Aquarium.
Virtual Aquarium Tour: Visit the National Aquarium website and explore the different exhibits and animals through their virtual tours.
Sea Creature Facts: Choose a sea creature that interests you and research some fun facts about it. Share with your family what you learned.
Talking Points
Sea creatures live in the ocean, which is their home. We need to take care of their home so they can be safe and happy. Remember, we must protect them.
Each sea creature is special and unique. They come in different shapes, sizes, and colors, just like how we are all different from each other.
Some sea creatures, like sharks and dolphins, are very fast swimmers. They use their fins and tails to move through the water quickly.
Did you know that some sea creatures can change colors to hide from their predators? It's like having a superpower!
Sea turtles are some of the oldest creatures on Earth. They have been swimming in the oceans for millions of years. Isn't that amazing?
When we visit the National Aquarium, we can see all these incredible sea creatures up close and learn more about how we can help protect them. It's like going on a magical underwater adventure!